Synonyms for

Employees

Verb / eˈmplɔɪi:z / / ɪˈmplɔɪi:z / Another word for employees — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Employees are people who work for a company or organization and are paid to perform a job.

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Common collocations

  • our employees
  • all employees
  • former employees
  • new employees
  • employees of
  • employees and employers
  • employees' rights
  • employees' benefits

Word family

verb employ
adjective employable
adverb employedly

Usage note

While 'employees' is the standard plural, 'employes' is an archaic spelling. It refers to individuals who are hired to work for a company or organization.

Example sentences

  1. The employees of the store are always happy to help customers.
  2. My dad is an employee at a big company.
  3. The employees work together to get the job done.
  4. The restaurant has many employees who help to serve the customers.
  5. She is a hardworking employee who always meets her deadlines.

Quotes

  • Employees who believe that management is concerned about them as a whole person - not just an employee - are more productive, more satisfied, more fulfilled. Satisfied employees mean satisfied customers, which leads to profitability. - Anne M. Mulcahy
  • Your employees come first. And if you treat your employees right, guess what? Your customers come back, and that makes your shareholders happy. Start with employees and the rest follows from that. - Herb Kelleher
  • Your employees are the lifeblood of your business. Treat them accordingly. - Brad Schweig

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